Family Support Worker

 

Join us as a compassionate advocate for our children and families!

 

We are looking for a dedicated individual to work alongside our Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team in supporting children and their families, addressing barriers to education, and enabling students to reach their full potential.

You will work to promote the well-being and improve the attendance and punctuality of the children in our school. Working with our team to support children in accessing education by reducing or removing identified barriers. You will also be working with children and families who are being supported with a MAP, CIN or CP Plan, building links and working in partnership with other professionals.

 

Hours of work will be 8am until 4pm Monday to Thursday and 8am until 3.30pm on a Friday (37 hours per week). 39 weeks Term Time Only ( 38 week &  plus 5 INSET days).

 

Visits to our school prior to application are strongly encouraged. Please contact our Headteacher, Mrs Vanessa Edwards, on 01928 711 254 to book an informal walk around our fabulous school and see us in action!

 

A full job description and person specification is attached. If you feel you have the skills and experience for this rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.

 

Murdishaw West Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.